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For 870 reviews, this publication has graded:
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  • 12% same as the average critic
  • 22% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 95 The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Lowest review score: 25 Captain Blood
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 712 out of 870
  2. Mixed: 153 out of 870
  3. Negative: 5 out of 870
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    • 61 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Fate Seeker II
    Fate Seeker II is simply overwhelming in most aspects. With 20 fighting styles that each sport an enormous amount of attacks and combos, a plethora of side activities and a main story with more important characters than I could count it is just a lot. But a lot of this works surprisingly well despite all of this. The puzzles and investigations are especially great as is the main story and its cast once you start to see how everything and everyone is connected in one way or another. Unfortunately the combat itself is mostly dull, the English translation feels a bit shoddy and the technical aspects are middling at best. And yet it is an oddly compelling title that offers an interesting look at a different type of game from China.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 54 Critic Score
    Big Helmet Heroes
    Big Helmet Heroes is colorful and has some very cute character designs. Unfortunately otherwise it is a pretty shallow button masher. The different heroes play mostly the same and have almost no depth to them. Especially in later levels it also becomes hard to keep track of your character, especially if you are playing with another person and there are a lot of enemies on the screen all using multicolored attacks.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Drag x Drive
    The idea for Drag x Drive is clearly inspired by Rocket League. Nintendo makes a unique and entertaining sports game out of it, that delivers a neat use of mouse and motion controls of the Joy-Con 2. But although it's much more than a clone, the game can't nearly reach its apparent template, especially concerning adaptability and other individualization options.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    DOLMEN
    Dolmen is a solid yet at times flawed Science-Fiction- Soulslike, that lacks the polish and the pure impact of Elden Ring, Dark Souls and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. While it brings interesting gameplay-ideas to the tables, the overall experience is harmed by either bugs or strange design-decisions.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Super Crazy Rhythm Castle
    Super Crazy Rhythm Castle combines a rhythm game with chaotic minigames to create a lovingly designed party game that is unfortunately more for experienced players and may appeal to less casual gamers than it would like.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Endless Ocean Luminous
    Endless Ocean Luminous is less a game than an experience. If you want to explore the diverse ocean life in a very relaxed manner, you might be strongly tied up to the atmosphere. But if you want to be challenged at least at a minimum level, this is nothing you need to play.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League
    While Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League isn't a complete failure, such as other recent Live-Service titles, the game's repetitive design and missed story opportunities can't match the quality and staying power of Rocksteady's previous games. Combat can be fun in short bursts, but quickly becomes stale and even the above-average loot and equipment systems can't prevent a burnout on the extremely shallow end-game.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Gangs of Sherwood
    Gangs of Sherwood is the definition of a one-trick pony. Its colorful and entertaining battles weaving the abilities and attacks of up to 4 players together are not just unique but also very fun to play. Sadly anything outside of combat fails to really leave much of an impression. The setting in a science-fantasy version of Nottingham definitely had potential, but little of it actually was used effectively. Instead the final product hides its most fun parts behind a wall of generic mediocrity. Those willing to stick with the game and bringing friends along will still have a wonderful time despite obvious flaws.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Unknown 9: Awakening
    Unknown 9 suffers from technical hick-ups and gameplay-imbalances. Stealth is fun, but too easy for veterans. Handling and combat turn out stiff. Yet again, Unknown 9 can be satisfying and motivating and delivers a fresh setting.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    South Park: Snow Day!
    The humor and the stylish transition of South Park into the third dimension are two things, most fans will like. Unfortunately behind that, Snow Day isn't a good game. The co-op action is not totally free of fun, but the lack of diverse gameplay and especially the absence of precise controls make it a game, even South Park fans do not need to play.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Matchpoint: Tennis Championships
    Despite a good initial impression, Matchpoint Tennis Championships ultimately failed to capture us in the long run. The lackluster career mode, a below average shot-system and the underwhelming license package, took a good effort sadly to the graveyard.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection
    Don't buy this game – at least yet! Star Wars Battlefront – Classic Collection is a troubled remake of beloved shooter-games. Server-issues, bugs and other problems harm the overall experience and overshadow the otherwise solid retro-gameplay.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood
    Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood might not be the best adaption of the franchise possible, but Cyanide still proves having notion of the pen & paper rpg. The core competence of the game is the spectacular and bloody beast action. Although there are some balance issues, poor AI and undistinguished graphics, the game is worth playing not only for Werewolf fans.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Green Hell VR
    Underneath its technical disappointments lies, at heart, a good game. Given the high performance of the PSVR2, the implementation disappoints.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Gungrave G.O.R.E
    Gungrave has an eventful and largely glorious history. G.O.R.E. is a technical retread, from which you shouldn't expect too many surprises in terms of story - as well as gameplay. But that doesn't have to be a bad thing, especially since the fans know what they're being offered here: spectacular over-the-top action with hail of bullets and explosions foreman non-stop. That's exactly what we came for.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Necromunda: Hired Gun
    It saddens us to see a game with such potential, fall so far from grace. The gunplay and weapon variety kept us coming back for more, but every time we played one of the mind-numbingly boring side missions to grind for the expensive upgrades, we regretted our decision to turn on the console. Some aspects are fixable, no doubt and eventually Necromunda: Hired Gun might be worth your time. Reviewing the product at hand though,we cannot recommend Necromunda: Hired Gun above pretty much any other shooter that came out in recent memory. It sadly seems the Warhammer curse has claimed another victim.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 59 Critic Score
    Farming Simulator 23: Nintendo Switch Edition
    The Nintendo Switch version of the Farming Simulator brings some of the new features of its "big brother“ like seasons or production chains on a lowered level. Beside that and some new comfort features, that simultaneously reduce your freedom, the game is a disappointment not just concerning its weak quality into graphics and performance. If you're a fan of the series, you might be able to overlook some of the issues, but impossibly all of them.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Cralon
    Cralon is an atmospheric indie dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements with an old-school design. While exploration and crafting are engaging, combat feels imprecise and sometimes frustrating. Despite its flaws, it’s a charming debut with clear potential.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Redfall
    Arkane Studio's Redfall stretches the very definition of what a finished game should be. It's unfinished, unpolished and uninspired in almost every regard. It feels like a dye prototype years from a full release. The few moments of Arkane's magic, when visual design of the vampires, some fun weapons and frantic co-op gameplay come together are quickly overshadowed by catastrophic bugs, bad performance and an empty-lifeless shell of a game.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Remaster
    If you don’t have any particular nostalgia for either The Phantom Menace or the original release of Jedi Power Battles then this might not be for you. The controls work but are not very precise with the Jedis sometimes feeling like a tank. Oftentimes it’s very hard to hit enemies despite being almost inside of them. But it’s still a short and fun action-fueled romp through the areas of the first Prequel with the more than occasional new enemy thrown in.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition
    If you played Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition in an actual arcade using the enormous cabinet with all its incredible bells and whistles you’d probably have a great time. The game plays really well and is fun at its core. The problem comes with the complete lack of content and unlockable extras. Six tracks that each take about two minutes is just not enough for a game with this asking price. The unlockable cars don’t help either because they are the same cars again just with three times as many manual boosts.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Sacred 2 Remaster
    Sacred 2 Remastered successfully revives a beloved German action RPG with improved visuals, smoother controls, and modern quality-of-life features. While the gameplay and story remain unchanged, the updated interface and full controller support make returning to Ancaria more enjoyable than ever. It’s a nostalgic trip best suited for fans of classic hack-and-slash adventures rather than those seeking a modern reinvention.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    Harvest Moon: One World
    Harvest Moon One World lives up to its name and lets players travel through a world with different climate zones and challenges. There are countless plants to grow, which creates the typical farming pull very well. It would be a good game if quest givers didn't just fade away and someone would put more effort into the graphics.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Everybody 1-2-Switch!
    Finally a game for larger groups which is easy to connect and ready to play right away. All you need is some friends, enough space and everyone setup with a smartphone. The minigames are diversified and you can even play bingo against your granny. The game overall is a nice way of passing the time, not more not less, and makes the most fun when played in larger groups.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Tennis On-Court
    Although Tennis On Court certainly has potential, in its current state of production it is nothing less than a major disappointment. Given the amount of bugs that the developers apparently failed to notice before the game's release, the community can only expect some major updates before even considering a purchase.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Biped 2
    Biped 2 is at its best when you are sitting in your living room with a couple of friends and are looking for a fun time with a lot of laughs and maybe some shouting over miscommunications. If you are a solo gamer, there might be some more frustrating times ahead of you.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance
    Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance isn't a bad game, but it is also far away from being a good one. Probably it's a little bit better, if you play it in co-op mode with your friends, what we couldn't check yet. But we are sure also then nothing will change something about the middle-rate quality in almost any aspect.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Crime Boss: Rockay City
    At the surface Crime Boss: Rockay City is nothing more than a budget clone of Payday 2. The Indie title however adds to the formula with a procedural rogue like campaign and a massively expanded singleplayer mode. While the multiplayer doesn’t really offer anything new, the singleplayer can be surprisingly captivating even if it’s a little heavy on repetition.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
    While Rogue Trader is a brilliant roleplaying game with incredible depth both in player expression and a gripping world, the Switch 2 version is unfortunately inferior to all other plattforms due to the restrictions of the console’s hardware and poor optimisation. This either needs steep discounts, numerous patches or both.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 25 Critic Score
    Captain Blood
    Captain Blood is a piece of gaming history that has been revived and that fact alone is fascinating. Captain Blood might have been an interesting game fifteen years ago but today it is simply bad. The gameplay is never really fun and the game is plagued by so many bugs and glitches. It also sports one of the worst audio aspects in the last decade or so. And yet it is a pleasure to know that this has been released after all, that people can buy it and that we had a chance to check it out.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Last Oricru
    The Last Oricru is undoubtedly flawed, but underneath a rough exterior and a multitude of bugs and glitches hides a videogame made with clear passion, focusing more on an engaging story with many branching paths rather than a particularly deep combat system or polished looks. The addition of local and online co-op is remarkable and while online co-op brings with it a whole new flood of potential bugs and lag, local multiplayer works remarkably well. With a few patches and the right audience that enjoys flawed but inspired games like Elex or Greedfall, this can become a diamond in the rough.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash
    Jujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash basically has everything a great anime fighting game needs. However, the essentially good ideas lack the necessary polish, which is why the title ultimately cannot realise its full potential. Simply put: its curse power is too low.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Lord of the Rings - Gollum
    It's heartbreaking because the project is courageous and good approaches are recognizable. However, the technical problems are hard to ignore, as is the stale gameplay. Still, we think the game is worth a look for fans of the franchise, if only because of the story.
    • 34 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    eFootball 2022
    eFootball 2022 does show some signs of a great soccer-game after update 1.0.0. However the game remains very rough around the edges – not only on the pitch, but also when it comes to presentation.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Summoners War: Lost Centuria
    The PvP duels in Lost Centuria offer a lot of depth and reward players who grapple with the different monster abilities and spells, the counter mechanic, the upgrade system, the element dependencies and the setup of formations. Matchmaking also worked pretty well and the game - at least for now - allowed good progress without investing real money. It’s just a shame that story elements take a back seat here.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Diablo II: Resurrected
    Blizzard certainly achieves its goal to remaster Diablo 2. With slick graphics and solid gamepad support Diablo 2: Resurrected is a more than enjoyable action-RPG. It, however, does show weaknesses in the inventory and user-guidance that come along with the 21 year old classic.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    Dysmantle
    Dysmantle won’t surprise anyone with flashy gameplay or new and exciting ideas, instead it iterates on a long legacy of crafting and survival games and finds ways to improve almost all core aspects of that popular genre. Despite combat often being in the way of enjoying the exploration and the puzzle-like exploration of the various nooks and crannies, the game can entertain for many hours thanks to its sprawling map and exciting secrets. Especially at its low price and with the option for local multiplayer, this game is one of the first highlights of 2022.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Let's Sing 2022
    Let’s Sing 2022 is a fun karaoke game you should definitely play with microphones if possible. Entertaining games modes and a good song mixture will get the party started.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Two Point Hospital: Speedy Recovery
    Two Point Hospital Speedy Recovery is the seventh expansion to the crazy hospital simulator. Its fast, funny but also a bit stressful. The animation of the cars and new diseases are fun to watch, and for fans its a nice extension of the game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Kombinera
    Kombinera is an absolute no brainer for puzzle fans. It offers more variety than the simplistic appearance initially suggests and will entertain you for many hours with its 300 levels.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Prune+
    Even though the original release took place almost seven years ago, Prune+ still offers a wonderful zen like experience with its relaxing gameplay, ambient sounds and minimalistic yet stylish visuals.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Voodoo Detective
    Voodoo Detective is a love letter to the adventure games of the late 80s and early 90s, especially the Monkey Island franchise. Of course it shines with great voice acting as well as HD graphics, but at the same time the presentation, dialogues and puzzles themselves still feel like a wonderful throwback to that golden age of adventure gaming. If you have any interest in the genre, you simply cannot miss Voodoo Detective.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    HOOK 2
    While the puzzling might seem simplistic at first, the game introduces quite a few mechanics throughout the levels to keep you, well, hooked. Minimalistic style, well designed challenges and the introduction of three-dimensional puzzles should keep genre-fans engaged.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    NETFLIX Into the Breach
    Netflix continues to put out great games in the App Store. While Into the Breach is a port of an existing game, it is absolutely one worth playing with its addicting gameplay loop and tactical depth. It's a bit of a cult classic for a reason, and now you can (and should) play it on iPhone and iPad.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The House of Da Vinci 3
    Whether it's the puzzle design, the presentation or the background story, the third entry in the House of Da Vinci franchise delivers just like its predecessors did. If you are interested in puzzle games at all, you need to play The House of Da Vinci 3.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    GRIS+
    The game offers a good mix of platforming with some puzzle elements. On top of the solid gameplay, Gris+ captivates the player with its absolutely gorgeous visuals. If you haven’t played Gris yet, the Apple Arcade release is a well-worth experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Railbound
    The developers behind Golf Peaks once again show what they are capable of. Railbound manages to engross the player through its playful graphical stile as well as through its clever puzzles. If you are yearning for a fun puzzle game and don’t hate trains, don’t miss Railbound.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Spiritfarer
    While dealing with themes like death and having to say goodbye, Spiritfarer Netflix Edition is a very relaxing game that lets you just enjoy the journey while it lasts and dive into its atmosphere and the stories it has to tell.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Old Man's Journey+
    The mix of its timeless presentation and clever little puzzles makes Old Man's Journey plus a trip worth visiting even five years after it first released.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    OPUS: Echo of Starsong
    The third entry in the OPUS franchise is an absolute joy and a must-play for anybody who enjoys an emotional story coupled with adventure gameplay. It's well worth the asking price and will take you on a trip that will keep you captivated for 10-15 hours.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Netflix Immortality
    Just like Her Story and Telling lies before it, Immortality tells a well-executed and thrilling story that unfolds before your eyes as you play. Unless you are an action-addict, you owe it to yourself to play Immortality and uncover the fragmented plot that hides underneath it all.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Children of Silentown
    Children of Silentown is a spooky, socially critical point-and-click adventure from Daedalic. Lucy discovers on her adventure the truth behind the monsters, who live in the nearby forest, but will be left with many open questions in the end. The highlight of the game is the graphic design and her cat Squinty.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Wavecade
    With its clever spin on the classic formula, the various modes and the high score chases, Wavecade makes for a very enjoyable entry in the Shmup-Genre. The flashy presentation and good controls also help distinguish Wavecade from the pack in a positive way.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Madness/Endless
    If Super Stickman Golf and Hotline Miami had a baby, it would probably be this game. The dark tone, the fast-paced gameplay and the well-executed game mechanics make Madness/Endless a game well-worth experiencing.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Riptide GP: Renegade+
    If you are into racing games and haven't yet given Riptide in its previous iteration a try, you should definitely check it out now if you are an Apple Arcade subscriber. The fun gameplay, various modes, multiplayer support and upgrade mechanics are sure to keep you entertained for a while.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Two Point Campus: School Spirits
    Two Point Campus: School Spirits is a fun little addon to the main game. Playstyle, music, humor remains all the same and is still awesome. Sadly there is only one new campus and a new challenge to play, so after a few hours you are already done. Cool for fans of the series, not a must-buy for everyone else.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Stuffo the Puzzle Bot
    The goal seems simple at first, but Stuffo manages to keep the player engaged through well-designed puzzles and new mechanics that are added over time. An easy recommendation for puzzle fans with more content on the way.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 32 Critic Score
    Across the Valley
    At the end of the day, Across the Valley is a tech demo to show a newcomer to VR. There is no material for long-term motivation and therefore it is not recommended except as a showcase.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Summoners War Chronicles
    While the story campaign starts quite interesting, it quickly looses a lot of momentum due to lots of boring standard quests, way too many battles which aren’t challenging at all and a general lack of surprises. On the other hand the dungeons and boss battles are fun, the upgrade system is full of possibilities, cross platform progression works well and playing through the campaign at an acceptable speed is totally possible without any micro transactions. The latter however become much more relevant in arena mode.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Pocket City 2
    Pocket City 2 is a really well-rounded title that improves upon its predecessor in many ways. It's not the deepest game in its genre, but it offers fun game mechanics that will keep you playing and also offers some nice extra features.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Honkai: Star Rail
    Honkai manages to delight in many different ways, from its mechanics to the world-building to the superb anime-like presentation. Yes, the F2P elements are there, but at least for now, there is a ton of fun to be had in Honkai without having (or being forced) to spend any real life cash.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Octodad: Dadliest Catch+
    The absurdity of the situations Octodad finds himself in coupled with the unusual controls are what make this game so charming and unique.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    LIMBO+
    Now on Apple Arcade, and still as good and as haunting as it was almost 13 years ago. If you haven't yet played this indie classic and have an Apple Arcade subscription, you now have one less excuse.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Lacuna - A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure
    The intriguing Sci-Fi story along with the puzzles and the unusual, but atmospheric presentation come together quite nicely to make Lacuna worth seeing through more than once to see the various endings.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Slay the Spire+
    The core gameplay loop and the risk vs. reward balance will get you hooked, so if you have not yet played the game, Slay the Spire+ on Apple Arcade is the perfect opportunity to change that.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Stardew Valley+
    While the gameplay concept may sound boring on paper, the laid-back nature of the game along with the charming presentation and all the content updates that have been added over the years make sure that now is as good a time as any to try out Stardew Valley+ on Apple Arcade.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Return to Monkey Island
    Ron Gilbert and his team deliver exactly what fans were hoping for, an old-school adventure that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel and instead focuses on a quirky story and characters, fun puzzles and the much-beloved Monkey island humor. This is an absolute no-brainer for any fan of point and click adventures.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Two Point Campus: Medical School
    Two Point Campus: Medical School feels like a smaller, less complex version of Two Point Hospital. If you feel nostalgic or if you are a huge fan of the series, it might be worth it but otherwise you might want to wait for a more creative, standalone add-on to this amazing simulation game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Unpacking
    Unpacking is a game that sounds boring on paper, and even though its mechanics are so limited, it still manages to tell a captivating story through its gameplay. In addition, it's the perfect zen game if you ever need a break from the loud, fast world out there.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Black Skylands
    Black Skylands follows modern Open World design a little too closely sometimes and relies on resource collecting, outpost clearing and repetitive side quests a little too often. Nonetheless the core gameplay is fun, and the presentation of the pixelated world is charming. Due to the gameplay remaining largely the same throughout its runtime, this is best enjoyed in smaller sessions and some breaks in between.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Japanese Rural Life Adventure
    With its wonderful presentation, the Japanese country-side setting and the well-tested gameplay style known from Stardew Valley and other games before it, Japanese Rural Life Adventure nails the laid-back cozy feeling it aims for.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Underground Blossom
    Developer Rusty Lake delivers another intriguing point-and-click adventure with a unique atmosphere, good writing, as well as engaging and fun puzzles. Knowing Rusty Lake's other games in the same universe is not mandatory, but after playing Underground Blossom, you might feel compelled to check out their other games regardless.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Endless Dungeon
    While Endless Dungeon can be a blast in cooperative Multiplayer, the game lacks anything truly new or outstanding for this very popular genre. The tactical mix of tower defense, strategic exploration and traditional twin-stick shooting can be entertaining, but for solo players there’s just too many better, more interesting choices to play out there. This is one to delve in deep with a friend or two!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Racket Fury: Table Tennis VR
    Great gameplay meets limited content and a high price tag. Racket Fury feels like an appetizer in a Michelin-starred restaurant, except that the main course is not yet in sight.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    Tintin Reporter: Cigars of the Pharaoh
    Tintin Reporter could have been a solid mixture of Adventure and action game. But there is not just a huge number of minor bugs and continuous performance issues that separates the game from a neat score. There are also some fatal bugs leading to an explicit warning not to buy Tintin Reporter until the crucial problems might have been solved.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Cut the Rope 3
    While the franchise as a whole might not be at the height of its popularity anymore, Cut The Rope 3 nonetheless offers more of the tried and true gameplay that is still a lot of fun and an all around good time for Apple Arcade subscribers.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Farming Simulator 22: Platinum Edition
    With the so called Premium Edition of Farming Simulator 22 players gain the complete package with any DLC that has been released since the launch of the main game in November 2021. There is a lot of stuff in it you can easily expand with quiet a lot mods even on consoles. But the weak points stay the same especially concerning the partly bad player guidance or the poor physics engine. A good farming simulation, but still not a perfect one.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    GAZZLERS
    While Gazzlers certainly has its moments, the train runs out of steam at the end. A little more content would have helped. The result is a solid arcade shooter whose biggest weakness is the strong competition.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Downwell+
    Going through the procedurally generated levels, blasting away enemies and picking up items only to lose them again in typical rogue-like fashion doesn't get old with this 2023 iteration of Downwell on Apple Arcade.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Walkabout Mini Golf
    Walkabout Mini Golf VR is the definition of a game for everyone. Whether you chase the perfect game across each hole or you're here to enjoy the detailed and colourful courses, there's something to like for everyone. Paired with excellent controls and a variety of options for movement, Walkabout Mini Golf VR makes for a must-have for VR players old and new alike.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    GINSHA
    Ginsha is a must-play for any fan of classic metroidvania titles. The game takes a hardcore approach with next to no guidance that can scare off less experience players, but its surprising depth and boundless exploration of wonderfully crafted sci-fi world more than make up for the occasional spike of difficulty.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Ugly
    The versatile mirror mechanic along with the well designed puzzles and the devilishly twisted level help make Ugly a game that is well worth the time of any puzzle fan. If you enjoyed The Swapper or Braid, this should be right up your alley.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Death Stranding: Director's Cut
    Even with some performance issues, Death Stranding Director's Cut on iPhone and iPad remains an adventure that blends a strange story, extraordinary characters and often slow gameplay into something special that is captivating and unique in a way that only Kojima can achieve.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Please, Touch The Artwork 2
    Please, Touch the Artwork 2 is a very well done mix between art and a point-and-click adventure. By no means does it re-invent the genre, but the simple puzzles are fun and the presentation really make the game stand out and are at the same time a central gameplay mechanic.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Crayola Adventures
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    • 90 Critic Score
    Hades
    If you are a Netflix subscriber and haven‘t played Hades yet, you now have absolutely no excuses left. An extremely motivating gameplay loop, great characters and story and superb presentation make this game an absolute must-Play.
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Slice & Dice
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    • 90 Critic Score
    ABRISS - build to destroy
    As a child, did you also like building towers and houses out of wooden blocks - only to tear them down with catapults and battering rams? "Abriss - Build to Destroy" serves exactly this feeling, adding the challenge of having to construct the destruction devices first. A game with brutalist architecture, spectacular graphics and an awesome electronic soundtrack.
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    • 66 Critic Score
    PERISH
    Perish has more style than substance. The amazing soundtrack and a neat selection of different weapons can’t hide the middling gameplay that lacks any meaningful way to build your character during a run. The repetitive nature of the runs become boring fast while the impressive boss fights are genuinely fun.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    Dead Island 2: SoLA
    SoLA is a brilliant addition to Dead Island 2. The music festival it is set in, combined with the new weapons and enemy types build on what made the main game very successful already. The DLC fits perfectly into an ongoing playthrough of the game or adds a neat little experience for players who have already seen the credits of the game itself.
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    • 79 Critic Score
    ASTRA: Knights of Veda
    Despite being a F2P title, Astra: Knights of Veda doesn't push you nearly as hard towards microtransactions as some of it competitors. Instead, it manages to captivate players with its RPG gameplay loop as well as with its gorgeous presentation.
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    • 90 Critic Score
    Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Remastered
    Ghost Trick has been somewhat of a cult classic for well over a decade at this point, and for good reason. Just like with the Ace Attorney series by the same creator, Ghost Trick is a prime example of why point and click mystery adventures are such a timeless genre.
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    • 79 Critic Score
    The Night of the Rabbit
    The Night of the Rabbit is classic in two senses: a classic adventure game that is clearly modeled on Alice in Wonderland. The result is graphically outstanding, narratively convincing, but not very innovative in terms of gameplay.
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    • 92 Critic Score
    Braid Anniversary Edition
    Braid Anniversary Edition is the best version of a game that was already great. Engrossing and genius puzzles, amazing soundtrack, inventive game mechanics and a story that is deeper than one might at first think, Braid has it all.
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    • 84 Critic Score
    Dicey Dungeons+
    Although Dicey Dungeons+ is not a new game, its core gameplay loop and the lighthearted and colorful presentation hold up very well and make this a game absolutely worth experiencing in 2024.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    Duck Detective: The Secret Salami
    Both the jokes and puns as well as most of the puzzles can be enjoyed by people of almost all ages. Duck Detective: The Secret Salami offers a short narrative that doesn’t overstay its welcome and is for the most part very engaging for two to three hours. The English voicecast is fantastic but with the text only being available in English as well it’s unfortunately not accessible all around the world.
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    • 71 Critic Score
    Backpack Hero
    The fascinating and addicting core mechanic of arranging a backpack as efficient as possible to fight in turn based combat is marvelous. It carries a lot of the weight because most other aspects of Backpack Hero are mediocre at best. Navigating the menus is slow and unintuitive, the city building is mostly boring and the font for dialogue almost hurts our eyes. Skipping the story mode and just doing quick runs might be the way to go to get as much enjoyment out of the game as possible.
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    • 76 Critic Score
    Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit
    Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit delivers more of what made the first game so enjoyable, and then some. Relaxing gameplay, a dreamy atmosphere and just an overall cozy feel make this a great game if you are looking for something to unwind.
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    • 88 Critic Score
    Return to Monkey Island+
    With Return to Monkey Island+ coming to Apple Arcade, there is now one less excuse to not play this gem of a game in the legendary series. While the graphical style drew some criticism, there is no denying that Ron Gilbert and his team have delivered what fans were hoping for.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Outlanders 2
    Yes, Outlanders 2 is in many ways just more Outlanders, but that's not a bad thing at all. With plenty of improvements and an engaging yet relaxing gameplay loop, this is definitely a game Apple Arcade subscribers should check out.
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